The South East Cornerstone Public School Division has announced a by-election for Weyburn.

"In order to run for a board member of the South East Cornerstone School Division you would need to be 18 years of age, be a Canadian citizen, have resided in Saskatchewan for at least six months, and have resided in the school division at least three months prior to nominations," says Shelley Toth, Chief Financial Officer for the Public School Division.

The need for the election comes after previous board member Warren Betker stepped down from his position.

The deadline for nomination is January 31st, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. If there is more than one candidate there would be an election on March 7th, 2018.

Nomination forms can be found on the school division's website or at the school division office in Weyburn.